Senior Conference Producer

Job information Senior Conference Producer from the Company IC Publications, this latest Senior Conference Producer job vacancy is located in the city London ECR LQ. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Leadership field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

About IC Publications

Mission

To elevate Africa’s global standing by informing, connecting, and inspiring. We drive investment, innovation, and social development through knowledge and powerful networks, to positively transform the continent’s future.

Vision

To be the leading and most influential media and communications group covering Africa. We strive to shape African discourse by leading conversations on key issues, driving narratives that reflect the continent’s dynamism and potential. Through cutting-edge insights and meaningful connections, we contribute to Africa’s socio-economic development.

Company Culture: To foster and grow a dynamic company culture with the energy and initiative of a start-up where people are self-starters, nimble, flexible, adaptable, reactive, creative, curious, high quality, professional and fun.

Job Title: Senior Conference Programme Producer

Company: IC Publications

Location: London (In Office)

Salary: Competitive

CV to: careers@icpublications.com

Job Summary: IC Publications is seeking a dynamic and experienced Conference Programme Producer to join our award-winning, pan-African media and communications group. This position will play a crucial role focusing on a) to conceptualise, design and manage programmes; b) identify, secure and manage high-level speakers; and c) to contribute and bring new elements to the programme and format of events, to enhance decision-making, improve business performance, and support organizational efficiency. You will have the opportunity to work in an energetic, entrepreneurial, and multicultural organisation that values creativity, adaptability, and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

· Conceptualise from scratch an event programme

· Design and development of conference programmes and agendas, including themes, speakers and formats

· Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding programme-related matters, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.

· Manage client feedback and ensure it is incorporated into future programme development.

· Speaker management – from selection to invitation, follow up, briefing and on-site coordination

· Desk research on a variety of economic, business and financial issues in/relating to Africa

· External high-level consultations to develop cutting edge content and help identify key themes and up-and-coming topics

· Engage in high-level external consultations to develop cutting-edge content, identify key themes, and address emerging topics.

· Create compelling content for communication tasks such as concept notes, speaker briefs, invitations, website and event marketing content etc

· List research and sourcing of potential speakers for conferences and events, including update and management of speaker databases

· Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with the conference, such as speaker cancellations or logistical challenges

· Liaison with Operations Team concerning Speakers’ logistics

· Liaison with Marketing, Communications and Sales Teams to identify target audiences and conference selling points, and to produce conference collaterals and marketing materials

· On-site coordination of speakers during events, including providing briefings regarding session topics and formats

· Liaison with Operations and AV teams on-site to ensure the smooth running of sessions

· To plan for an internal post-conference report as well as a rapporteur’s report on the conference that is circulated to attendees

· Maintain and update speaker databases

· Management of event assistants, interns and other junior staff

· Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking activities to represent IC Publications and expand professional networks.

· Other production and administrative tasks as required

· Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support organizational goals and develop innovative solutions and products that address client needs

· Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry leaders, and influencers, to promote IC Publications’ services and enhance brand visibility.

· Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking activities to represent IC Publications and expand professional networks.

· Mentor and guide junior members of the team, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and achievement.

· Perform other related duties as required.

Skills, aptitudes, attitudes and abilities:

· We are looking for someone who is purposeful, with strong research and communication skills and who is a self-starter and strong problem solver.

· It will be of particular interest to someone with an affinity for emerging markets and issues relating to development. The successful candidate will be involved in high-level discussions about the most pressing issues relating to African development and will be expected to be knowledgeable or quickly get up to speed with the different themes and topics that are being discussed in the African business, development and policy making space.

· The person will also be highly organised professional with experience in the production of small to large-scale, international conferences, and able to juggle different projects simultaneously.

· There will be opportunities for travel and the group will ensure this individual gets high level access to some of Africa’s leading public intellectuals and most influential personalities.

· We are looking for a person who takes their work – and not themselves – seriously and who will enjoy the freedom of a fairly large brief, with the ability to distil it into a focused programme framework.

· Strong telephone manners, interpersonal skills and versatile verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal confidently with stakeholders at all levels of responsibility and from different cultural and professional backgrounds

· Track-record of establishing and maintaining relationships with high-level stakeholders, securing their participation in events

· Excellent organisational skills, ability to work on multiple tasks and to deliver effectively under significant time pressure

· Ability to work under limited supervision, to foresee potential problems and to think-up solutions quickly and independently

· Strong analytic thinking and a capacity to understand a variety of concepts. Common sense and pragmatism are a must, as well as the ability to problem solve and communicate effectively and concisely.

· Energetic and driven, someone who enjoys the challenge of bringing a practical solution to problems and bring simplicity to what may look like convoluted or complex problems.

· Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

· Proficient is Microsoft office and Google. Some physical demands are necessary, such as walking, sitting or standing and lifting.

· Travel required as agreed upon with the supervisors.

· Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

· Self-started with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and the capacity to identify new business opportunities.

· Be able to work independently and also as part of a team and meet tight deadlines

· Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment, mentoring a team members.

· Passion for Africa and a genuine interest in contributing to its development through the power of media and communications.

Qualifications and Experience:

· Degree in Communications or equivalent

· Proven experience as Conference Programme Producer or a similar role within the media and communications industry, preferably in Africa

· Good working knowledge of LinkedIn and Twitter – for research purposes

· Experience in copy writing/editing

· IC Publications operates across numerous markets with both anglophone and francophone clients and as such fluency in French is preferred.

· Strong understanding of the African media, political and economic landscape, including international events, and strategic communication services.

· Qualifications and/or experience may be substituted for certain minimum qualifications

Note: The job specifications provided are a general outline of the role and responsibilities, it excludes other marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of the job duties. Other instructions can be requested by an authorised representative and may be subject to modifications based on the evolving needs of the company. To perform the job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes, attitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implies or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

After a panel interview is scheduled and a final recommendation is provided, the selected candidate then can sign the acknowledgement of this job description

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £43,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Experience:

• Conference programme producer: 4 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/03